“It’s good for people in shape, out of shape, people with injuries and arthritis – it’s just good for anybody,” Licensed Zumba Instructor Hollie Raux said.

The Aqua Zumba class is open to anyone 18 and older. The six-week session is offered from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays at the Cristman Pool in the Physical Education building at HCCC.

“I like the fact that you can burn so many calories, yet feel so energetic and refreshed when you’re done,” said 45-year-old Herkimer resident Joy Presta.